It has been almost a year to the day since we reported on the mysterious device codenamed 'Bison' that would bring us the equally cryptic operating system, Andromeda. Along with 'Bison' we heard a number of rumors that Huawei was actively working on a new Nexus tablet that would be carrying the … [Read more...] about Huawei Nexus Tablet Scrapped, Andromeda Now Microsoft’s Headache
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Chrome Web Browsing For Daydream VR Is Live
For a few reasons, that headline is a really big deal. We'll unpack this quickly because I know those of you with a Daydream headset and Daydream-ready phone will be quitting this article very quickly to give it a try. Fun fact: if you'd like to finish reading this in VR, all you need to do is … [Read more...] about Chrome Web Browsing For Daydream VR Is Live
Google’s PixelBook: The Target Is Way Bigger Than You Think
The atmosphere around the Chrome Unboxed office this week is one of excitement, anticipation, a little confusion and an overall sense that Google is up to something with the upcoming PixelBook that is much, much bigger than what we have seen on the surface … [Read more...] about Google’s PixelBook: The Target Is Way Bigger Than You Think
Bose QuietComfort 35 II w/ Google Assistant Official
By now, it will probably not be news to you that we will soon see a variety of headphones with the Google Assistant built right in. Initially, we presumed the first real mention of said devices would come at the upcoming #madebygoole event Oct. 4th in San Francisco. However, Bose came in out … [Read more...] about Bose QuietComfort 35 II w/ Google Assistant Official
Why Does The Google Pixelbook Have All That SSD Storage?
As we took time to examine yesterday, there are many factors and motives concerning Google's Pixelbook that we are still basically in the dark on. One of those unclear motives at this point is the inclusion of 3 SSDs that are FAR LARGER than any previously-installed SSD in a Chromebook. … [Read more...] about Why Does The Google Pixelbook Have All That SSD Storage?
Nevada Passes 1:1 Law: Adds 19,000 Chromebooks
In 2015, the inception of the Nevada Ready 21 (NR21) program laid the foundation for the state to move forward with its 1:1 computing initiative for K-12 students. … [Read more...] about Nevada Passes 1:1 Law: Adds 19,000 Chromebooks
ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Available And Affordable
We have been looking forward to the second iteration of the ASUS Chromebook Flip for months now. With the 10.1" convertible already dropping in select overseas locations, we suspected we were inside of a week or two before it became available here in the states. Just this week, Robby shared ASUS' … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Available And Affordable
Google’s Pixelbook: Let’s Talk About That High Price
Yesterday afternoon, we were all treated to one of the largest wholesale leaks we've ever seen going into a major tech event. Droid Life managed to leak the Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Google Home Mini, updated Daydream View, and (our favorite) the Pixelbook. … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixelbook: Let’s Talk About That High Price
Google Home Mini Joins Upcoming #madebygoogle Leak
Droid Life has broken some major news on what we can expect from Google's upcoming Oct. 4 hardware event in San Francisco. While the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL2 phones may be the centerpiece of the celebration, the now-outed Google Pixelbook is what we have been most excited for around the Chrome … [Read more...] about Google Home Mini Joins Upcoming #madebygoogle Leak
Google Pixelbook Leaks Ahead of 10/4 Event
Well folks, though we've known Google was working on an official Chromebook known as 'Eve' up to this point, we've not seen any concrete evidence of its existence. … [Read more...] about Google Pixelbook Leaks Ahead of 10/4 Event
Chromebooks Losing Enrollment Bug Reportedly Fixed
As of late, a nasty little bug has stricken enrolled Chrome OS devices. The glitch, which is causing managed Chromebooks to lose their enrollment status, has impacted thousands of devices and left developers working tirelessly to find a fix. … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Losing Enrollment Bug Reportedly Fixed
Kaby Lake Chromebooks (‘Eve’) Getting More Advanced Audio Controls
Though we are seeing the headphone jack becoming slowly extinct on mobile phones, it seems the useful port is safe and sound on laptops and tablets for the time being. After all, I've yet to see a laptop, convertible, detachable or other 2-in-1 ship without a headphone jack up to this … [Read more...] about Kaby Lake Chromebooks (‘Eve’) Getting More Advanced Audio Controls
